2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cee'd | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |